Detour (1945)
Description: He went searching for love… but fate forced a DETOUR to revelry… violence… mystery!
The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.
Director: Edgar G. Ulmer
Producer: edgar g ulmer
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mostly Positive (base on 338 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 15:54:48
Genre:
Drama
Thriller
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joseph m newman
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
samuel diege
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
larry g spangler
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
paolo heusch
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
pietro francisci
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
ray dennis steckler
I found it difficult to stay invested.
joseph seiden
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
jesus franco
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
bill karn
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
peter collinson
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
h c potter
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
tom mcgowan
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
giorgio simonelli
Some performances felt forced instead of genuine.
ben f wilson
An unsatisfying conclusion that left many questions unanswered.
jim markovic
Editing choices that disrupted the flow of the story.
victor halperin
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
juan ibanez
The plot was predictable and uninspired.
james dearden
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
newt arnold
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
nicholas webster
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.